Airworthiness Directives; BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Model BAe 146 Series Airplanes and Model Avro 146-RJ Series Airplanes, 7390-7392 [05-2576]

Download as PDF 7390 Federal Register / Vol. 70, No. 29 / Monday, February 14, 2005 / Rules and Regulations under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. We prepared a regulatory evaluation of the estimated costs to comply with this AD. See the ADDRESSES section for a location to examine the regulatory evaluation. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. Adoption of the Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows: I PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: I Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. § 39.13 [Amended] 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD): I 2005–03–16 Raytheon Aircraft Company: Amendment 39–13972. Docket No. FAA–2004–19561; Directorate Identifier 2004–NM–50–AD. Effective Date (a) This AD becomes effective March 21, 2005. Affected ADs (b) None. Applicability (c) This AD applies to Raytheon Model DH.125, HS.125, and BH.125 series airplanes; BAe.125 series 800A (C–29A and U–125) and 800B airplanes; and Hawker 800 (including variant U–125A) and 800XP airplanes; certificated in any category; equipped with TFE731 engines; as identified in Raytheon Service Bulletin SB 26–3496, dated November 2003. wire harness passing through the firewall fairlead, by doing all the actions in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Raytheon Service Bulletin SB 26–3496, dated November 2003. No Reporting Requirement (g) The service bulletin describes procedures for reporting accomplishment of the service bulletin to the manufacturer; however, this AD does not require that action. Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (h) The Manager, Wichita Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested in accordance with the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. Material Incorporated by Reference (i) You must use Raytheon Service Bulletin SB 26–3496, dated November 2003, to perform the actions that are required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. The Director of the Federal Register approves the incorporation by reference of this document in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. For copies of the service information, contact Raytheon Aircraft Company, Department 62, P.O. Box 85, Wichita, Kansas 67201–0085. For information on the availability of this material at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA), call (202) 741–6030, or go to https://www.archives.gov/federal_register/ code_of_federal_regulations /ibr_locations.html. You may view the AD docket at the Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street SW., room PL–401, Nassif Building, Washington, DC. Issued in Renton, Washington, on January 31, 2005. Kalene C. Yanamura, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 05–2577 Filed 2–11–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Unsafe Condition (d) This AD was prompted by a report indicating that insulation on the wire harness passing through the firewall fairlead ignited on the fuselage side of the firewall. We are issuing this AD to prevent a fire in the engine compartment from causing possible ignition of outgassing wire insulation on the fuselage side of the firewall, which could lead to an uncontrollable fire in the fuselage. Federal Aviation Administration Compliance (e) You are responsible for having the actions required by this AD performed within the compliance times specified, unless the actions have already been done. Airworthiness Directives; BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Model BAe 146 Series Airplanes and Model Avro 146–RJ Series Airplanes Installation of Insulating Blankets (f) Within 12 months after the effective date of this AD, install insulating blankets on the engine compartment firewall and the VerDate jul<14>2003 15:21 Feb 11, 2005 Jkt 205001 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2004–19765; Directorate Identifier 2002–NM–72–AD; Amendment 39– 13971; AD 2005–03–15] RIN 2120–AA64 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Model BAe 146 series airplanes and Model Avro 146–RJ series airplanes. This AD requires repetitive inspections to detect discrepancies of the fuselage skin and reinforcing plates along the wing to fuselage fairing access panels on the left- and right-hand sides of the airplane, and repair if necessary. This AD also provides for an optional terminating action for the repetitive inspections. This AD is prompted by a report of chafing on the wing to fuselage fairing panels. We are issuing this AD to prevent chafing of the fuselage skin and reinforcing plates, which could lead to reduced structural integrity of the airplane’s fuselage. DATES: This AD becomes effective March 21, 2005. The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the AD is approved by the Director of the Federal Register as of March 21, 2005. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this AD, contact British Aerospace Regional Aircraft American Support, 13850 Mclearen Road, Herndon, Virginia 20171. You can examine this information at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call (202) 741–6030, or go to: https:// www.archives.gov/federal_register/ code_of_federal_regulations/ ibr_locations.html. Docket: The AD docket contains the proposed AD, comments, and any final disposition. You can examine the AD docket on the Internet at https:// dms.dot.gov, or in person at the Docket Management Facility office between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The Docket Management Facility office (telephone (800) 647–5227) is located on the plaza level of the Nassif Building at the U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street, SW., room PL–401, Washington, DC. This docket number is FAA–2004–19765; the directorate identifier for this docket is 2002–NM– 72–AD. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Todd Thompson, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM–116, FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98055–4056; telephone (425) 227–1175; fax (425) 227–1149. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The FAA proposed to amend 14 CFR Part 39 with an AD for certain BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Model BAe 146 series airplanes and Model Avro 146–RJ E:\FR\FM\14FER1.SGM 14FER1 Federal Register / Vol. 70, No. 29 / Monday, February 14, 2005 / Rules and Regulations series airplanes. That action, published in the Federal Register on December 7, 2004 (69 FR 70564), proposed to require repetitive inspections to detect discrepancies of the fuselage skin and reinforcing plates along the wing to fuselage fairing access panels on the left- and right-hand sides of the airplane, and repair if necessary. Comments We provided the public the opportunity to participate in the development of this AD. No comments have been submitted on the proposed AD or on the determination of the cost to the public. Conclusion We have carefully reviewed the available data and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting the AD as proposed. Costs of Compliance This AD will affect about 65 airplanes of U.S. registry. The inspection will take about 4 work hours per airplane, at an average labor rate of $65 per work hour. Based on these figures, the estimated cost of the AD for U.S. operators is $16,900, or $260 per airplane, per inspection cycle. Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA’s authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII, Aviation Programs, describes in more detail the scope of the Agency’s authority. We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701, ‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. Regulatory Findings We have determined that this AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. VerDate jul<14>2003 15:21 Feb 11, 2005 Jkt 205001 For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD: (1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory action’’ under Executive Order 12866; (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); and (3) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. We prepared a regulatory evaluation of the estimated costs to comply with this AD. See the ADDRESSES section for a location to examine the regulatory evaluation. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. Adoption of the Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows: I PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: I Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. § 39.13 [Amended] 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD): I 2005–03–15 BAE Systems (Operations) Limited (Formerly British Aerospace Regional Aircraft): Amendment 39– 13971. Docket No. FAA–2004–19765; Directorate Identifier 2002–NM–72–AD. Effective Date (a) This AD becomes effective March 21, 2005. Affected ADs (b) None. Applicability (c) This AD applies to BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Model BAe 146 series airplanes and Model Avro 146–RJ series airplanes; certificated in any category; on which modification HCM01037A has been incorporated. Unsafe Condition (d) This AD was prompted by a report of chafing on the wing to fuselage fairing panels. We are issuing this AD to prevent chafing of the fuselage skin and reinforcing plates, which could lead to reduced structural integrity of the airplane’s fuselage. Compliance (e) You are responsible for having the actions required by this AD performed within PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 7391 the compliance times specified, unless the actions have already been done. Service Bulletin (f) The term ‘‘service bulletin,’’ as used in this AD, means the Accomplishment Instructions of BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Inspection Service Bulletin ISB.53– 162, dated September 12, 2001. Repetitive Detailed Inspections (g) Prior to the accumulation of 8,000 total flight cycles, or within 500 flight cycles after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later, do a detailed inspection to detect discrepancies (i.e., chafing outside the limits specified in the service bulletin, scoring, or cracking) of the fuselage skin and reinforcing plates along the wing to fuselage fairing access panels on the left- and righthand sides of the airplane, in accordance with the service bulletin. Repeat the detailed inspection thereafter at intervals not to exceed 4,000 flight cycles, until the terminating action specified in paragraph (i) of this AD has been done. Note 1: For the purposes of this AD, a detailed inspection is ‘‘an intensive examination of a specific item, installation, or assembly to detect damage, failure, or irregularity. Available lighting is normally supplemented with a direct source of good lighting at an intensity deemed appropriate. Inspection aids such as mirrors magnifying lenses, etc. may be necessary. Surface cleaning and elaborate procedures may be required.’’ Corrective Action (h) If any discrepancy is found during the detailed inspection required by paragraph (g) of this AD, before further flight, repair according to a method approved by either the Manager, International Branch, ANM–116, FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate; or the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) (or its delegated agent). Optional Terminating Action and Follow-On Inspections (i) Modify the fuselage skin at the wing-tofuselage access panels, do the related repetitive investigative action, and do applicable corrective actions by accomplishing all the actions in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Modification Service Bulletin SB.53–162– 01698A, Revision 1, dated January 31, 2002. These actions terminate the repetitive inspections required by paragraph (g) of this AD. Repeat the related repetitive investigative action (which involves inspecting the protective tape and sealant for damage) thereafter at intervals not to exceed 4,000 flight cycles. No Reporting (j) Although the service bulletin referenced in this AD specifies to submit an inspection report, this AD does not include that requirement. Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (k) The Manager, International Branch, ANM–116, has the authority to approve E:\FR\FM\14FER1.SGM 14FER1 7392 Federal Register / Vol. 70, No. 29 / Monday, February 14, 2005 / Rules and Regulations AMOCs for this AD, if requested in accordance with the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. Administration, 15000 Aviation Boulevard, Lawndale, California; telephone (310) 725–6539. Related Information (l) British airworthiness directive 002–09– 2001 also addresses the subject of this AD. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Material Incorporated by Reference (m) You must use BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Inspection Service Bulletin ISB.53–162, dated September 12, 2001, to perform the actions that are required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. You must use BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Modification Service Bulletin SB.53–162–01698A, Revision 1, dated January 31, 2002, to perform the optional terminating actions specified in this AD. The Director of the Federal Register approves the incorporation by reference of this document in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. For copies of the service information, contact British Aerospace Regional Aircraft American Support, 13850 Mclearen Road, Herndon, Virginia 20171. For information on the availability of this material at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA), call (202) 741–6030, or go to https://www.archives.gov/federal_register/ code_of_federal_regulations/ ibr_locations.html. You may view the AD docket at the Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street SW., room PL–401, Nassif Building, Washington, DC. Airport Traffic Control Tower services are no longer available at South Lake Tahoe Airport. Therefore, under Federal regulation, the airport no longer qualifies for Class D airspace. Class D airspace designations are published in paragraph 5000 of FAA Order 7400.9M dated August 30, 2004, and effective September 16, 2004, which is incorporated by reference in 14 CFR 71.1. The Class D airspace designation listed in this document will be removed subsequently in the Order. Issued in Renton, Washington, on January 31, 2005. Kalene C. Yanamura, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 05–2576 Filed 2–11–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 71 History The Rule This amendment to 14 CFR part 71 revokes Class D airspace at South Lake Tahoe, CA. The FAA has determined that this regulation only involves an established body of technical regulations for which frequent and routine amendments are necessary to keep them operationally current. Therefore, this regulation—(1) is not a ‘‘significant regulatory action’’ under Executive Order 12866; (2) is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034; February 26, 1979); and (3) does not warrant preparation of a Regulatory Evaluation as the anticipated impact is so minimal. Since this is a routine matter that will only affect air traffic procedures and air navigation, it is certified that this rule will not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 71 [Docket No. FAA–2004–19478; Airspace Docket No. 04–AWP–10] Revocation of Class D Airspace; South Lake Tahoe, CA Airspace, Incorporation by reference, Navigation (air). Adoption of Amendment AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. I SUMMARY: This action revokes the Class D airspace area for the South Lake Tahoe Airport, South Lake Tahoe, California. The FAA is taking this action due to closure of the Airport Traffic Control Tower (ATCT). EFFECTIVE DATE: 0901 UTC, January 20, 2005. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Larry Tonish, Airspace Branch, Western Terminal Operations, Federal Aviation PART 71—DESIGNATION OF CLASS A, CLASS B, CLASS C, CLASS D, AND CLASS E AIRSPACE AREAS; AIRWAYS; ROUTES; AND REPORTING POINTS VerDate jul<14>2003 15:21 Feb 11, 2005 Jkt 205001 In consideration of the foregoing, The Federal Aviation Administration amends 14 CFR part 71 as follows: 1. The authority citation for part 71 continues to read as follows: I Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40103, 40113, 40120; E.O. 10854, 24 FR 95665, 3 CFR, 1959–1963 Comp., p. 389. PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 71.1 [Amended] 2. The incorporation by reference in 14 CFR 71.1 of the Federal Aviation Administration Order 7400.9M, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, dated August 30, 2004, and effective September 16, 2004, is amended as follows: I Paragraph 5000 Class D airspace. * * * * * AWP CA D South Lake Tahoe, CA [Remove] South Lake Tahoe Airport, CA (Lat. 38°53′38″ N, long. 119°59′44″ W) That airspace extending upward from the surface to and indicating 8,800 feet MSL within a 4.3-mile radius of Lake Tahoe Airport. This Class D airspace area is effective during the specific dates and times established in advance by a Notice to Airmen. The effective data and time will thereafter be continuously published in the Airport/Facility Directory. * * * * * Issued in Los Angeles, California, on January 6, 2005. John Clancy, Area Director, Western Terminal Operations. [FR Doc. 05–2801 Filed 2–11–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–M DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 119 Office of the Secretary 14 CFR Part 234 [Docket No. OST–2005–20331] RIN 2105–AD48 Reports by Carriers on Incidents Involving Animals During Air Transport Federal Aviation Administration, Office of the Secretary, Department of Transportation. ACTION: Final rule. AGENCIES: SUMMARY: The Department of Transportation (Department or DOT) is making a technical change to the August 11, 2003, final rule implementing section 710 of the Wendell H. 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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2004-19765; Directorate Identifier 2002-NM-72-AD; 
Amendment 39-13971; AD 2005-03-15]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Model 
BAe 146 Series Airplanes and Model Avro 146-RJ Series Airplanes

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of 
Transportation (DOT).

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for 
certain BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Model BAe 146 series airplanes 
and Model Avro 146-RJ series airplanes. This AD requires repetitive 
inspections to detect discrepancies of the fuselage skin and 
reinforcing plates along the wing to fuselage fairing access panels on 
the left- and right-hand sides of the airplane, and repair if 
necessary. This AD also provides for an optional terminating action for 
the repetitive inspections. This AD is prompted by a report of chafing 
on the wing to fuselage fairing panels. We are issuing this AD to 
prevent chafing of the fuselage skin and reinforcing plates, which 
could lead to reduced structural integrity of the airplane's fuselage.

DATES: This AD becomes effective March 21, 2005.
    The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in 
the AD is approved by the Director of the Federal Register as of March 
21, 2005.

ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this AD, contact 
British Aerospace Regional Aircraft American Support, 13850 Mclearen 
Road, Herndon, Virginia 20171. You can examine this information at the 
National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on 
the availability of this material at NARA, call (202) 741-6030, or go 
to: https://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_
regulations/ibr_locations.html.
    Docket: The AD docket contains the proposed AD, comments, and any 
final disposition. You can examine the AD docket on the Internet at 
https://dms.dot.gov, or in person at the Docket Management Facility 
office between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal 
holidays. The Docket Management Facility office (telephone (800) 647-
5227) is located on the plaza level of the Nassif Building at the U.S. 
Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street, SW., room PL-401, 
Washington, DC. This docket number is FAA-2004-19765; the directorate 
identifier for this docket is 2002-NM-72-AD.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Todd Thompson, Aerospace Engineer, 
International Branch, ANM-116, FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 
1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98055-4056; telephone (425) 
227-1175; fax (425) 227-1149.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The FAA proposed to amend 14 CFR Part 39 
with an AD for certain BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Model BAe 146 
series airplanes and Model Avro 146-RJ

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series airplanes. That action, published in the Federal Register on 
December 7, 2004 (69 FR 70564), proposed to require repetitive 
inspections to detect discrepancies of the fuselage skin and 
reinforcing plates along the wing to fuselage fairing access panels on 
the left- and right-hand sides of the airplane, and repair if 
necessary.

Comments

    We provided the public the opportunity to participate in the 
development of this AD. No comments have been submitted on the proposed 
AD or on the determination of the cost to the public.

Conclusion

    We have carefully reviewed the available data and determined that 
air safety and the public interest require adopting the AD as proposed.

Costs of Compliance

    This AD will affect about 65 airplanes of U.S. registry. The 
inspection will take about 4 work hours per airplane, at an average 
labor rate of $65 per work hour. Based on these figures, the estimated 
cost of the AD for U.S. operators is $16,900, or $260 per airplane, per 
inspection cycle.

Authority for This Rulemaking

    Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to 
issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the 
authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII, Aviation Programs, 
describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority.
    We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in 
Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701, ``General 
requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with 
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing 
regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator 
finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within 
the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition 
that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this 
rulemaking action.

Regulatory Findings

    We have determined that this AD will not have federalism 
implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a 
substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between 
the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power 
and responsibilities among the various levels of government.
    For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD:
    (1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive 
Order 12866;
    (2) Is not a ``significant rule'' under DOT Regulatory Policies and 
Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); and
    (3) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or 
negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria 
of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.
    We prepared a regulatory evaluation of the estimated costs to 
comply with this AD. See the ADDRESSES section for a location to 
examine the regulatory evaluation.

List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39

    Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by 
reference, Safety.

Adoption of the Amendment

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Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, 
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows:

PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

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1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.


Sec.  39.13  [Amended]

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2. The FAA amends Sec.  39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness 
directive (AD):
2005-03-15 BAE Systems (Operations) Limited (Formerly British 
Aerospace Regional Aircraft): Amendment 39-13971. Docket No. FAA-
2004-19765; Directorate Identifier 2002-NM-72-AD.

Effective Date

    (a) This AD becomes effective March 21, 2005.

Affected ADs

    (b) None.

Applicability

    (c) This AD applies to BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Model 
BAe 146 series airplanes and Model Avro 146-RJ series airplanes; 
certificated in any category; on which modification HCM01037A has 
been incorporated.

Unsafe Condition

    (d) This AD was prompted by a report of chafing on the wing to 
fuselage fairing panels. We are issuing this AD to prevent chafing 
of the fuselage skin and reinforcing plates, which could lead to 
reduced structural integrity of the airplane's fuselage.

Compliance

    (e) You are responsible for having the actions required by this 
AD performed within the compliance times specified, unless the 
actions have already been done.

Service Bulletin

    (f) The term ``service bulletin,'' as used in this AD, means the 
Accomplishment Instructions of BAE Systems (Operations) Limited 
Inspection Service Bulletin ISB.53-162, dated September 12, 2001.

Repetitive Detailed Inspections

    (g) Prior to the accumulation of 8,000 total flight cycles, or 
within 500 flight cycles after the effective date of this AD, 
whichever occurs later, do a detailed inspection to detect 
discrepancies (i.e., chafing outside the limits specified in the 
service bulletin, scoring, or cracking) of the fuselage skin and 
reinforcing plates along the wing to fuselage fairing access panels 
on the left- and right-hand sides of the airplane, in accordance 
with the service bulletin. Repeat the detailed inspection thereafter 
at intervals not to exceed 4,000 flight cycles, until the 
terminating action specified in paragraph (i) of this AD has been 
done.

    Note 1:
    For the purposes of this AD, a detailed inspection is ``an 
intensive examination of a specific item, installation, or assembly 
to detect damage, failure, or irregularity. Available lighting is 
normally supplemented with a direct source of good lighting at an 
intensity deemed appropriate. Inspection aids such as mirrors 
magnifying lenses, etc. may be necessary. Surface cleaning and 
elaborate procedures may be required.''

Corrective Action

    (h) If any discrepancy is found during the detailed inspection 
required by paragraph (g) of this AD, before further flight, repair 
according to a method approved by either the Manager, International 
Branch, ANM-116, FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate; or the Civil 
Aviation Authority (CAA) (or its delegated agent).

Optional Terminating Action and Follow-On Inspections

    (i) Modify the fuselage skin at the wing-to-fuselage access 
panels, do the related repetitive investigative action, and do 
applicable corrective actions by accomplishing all the actions in 
accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of BAE Systems 
(Operations) Limited Modification Service Bulletin SB.53-162-01698A, 
Revision 1, dated January 31, 2002. These actions terminate the 
repetitive inspections required by paragraph (g) of this AD. Repeat 
the related repetitive investigative action (which involves 
inspecting the protective tape and sealant for damage) thereafter at 
intervals not to exceed 4,000 flight cycles.

No Reporting

    (j) Although the service bulletin referenced in this AD 
specifies to submit an inspection report, this AD does not include 
that requirement.

Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)

    (k) The Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, has the 
authority to approve

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AMOCs for this AD, if requested in accordance with the procedures 
found in 14 CFR 39.19.

Related Information

    (l) British airworthiness directive 002-09-2001 also addresses 
the subject of this AD.

Material Incorporated by Reference

    (m) You must use BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Inspection 
Service Bulletin ISB.53-162, dated September 12, 2001, to perform 
the actions that are required by this AD, unless the AD specifies 
otherwise. You must use BAE Systems (Operations) Limited 
Modification Service Bulletin SB.53-162-01698A, Revision 1, dated 
January 31, 2002, to perform the optional terminating actions 
specified in this AD. The Director of the Federal Register approves 
the incorporation by reference of this document in accordance with 5 
U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. For copies of the service 
information, contact British Aerospace Regional Aircraft American 
Support, 13850 Mclearen Road, Herndon, Virginia 20171. For 
information on the availability of this material at the National 
Archives and Records Administration (NARA), call (202) 741-6030, or 
go to https://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_
regulations/ibr_locations.html. You may view the AD docket at the 
Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 
Seventh Street SW., room PL-401, Nassif Building, Washington, DC.

    Issued in Renton, Washington, on January 31, 2005.
Kalene C. Yanamura,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification 
Service.
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